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The Bank of Japan’s upcoming reports this week may hint at interest rate hikes, focusing on key economic indicators like inflation and wage growth. Traders should anticipate market volatility ahead. – vtmarketsmy.com

US equities showed minimal changes, while futures indicate cautious sentiment ahead of the Fed’s potential rate cut. Opportunities arise in options strategies and bearish positions in crude oil amid demand concerns. – vtmarketsmy.com

The U.S. economy shows signs of a potential recession with stalled consumer spending and job market stress. Experts suggest strategic market positions, like put options, as defense against worsening conditions. – vtmarketsmy.com

John Williams hints at a potential interest rate cut, but decisions hinge on upcoming economic data. Traders should watch inflation and labor reports closely as September approaches, navigating uncertainty wisely. – vtmarketsmy.com

U.S. tariffs are expected to increase inflation by 1 percentage point in the coming months, with the Federal Reserve weighing potential rate cuts amid rising consumer prices and market volatility. – vtmarketsmy.com

The Asian economic calendar for August 4, 2025, is quiet, presenting low volatility opportunities. Traders should leverage this calm for speculative strategies ahead of upcoming inflation data and central bank remarks. – vtmarketsmy.com

Next week, major financial events include the US ISM Services PMI, the Bank of England rate decision, job reports from Canada and New Zealand, and critical China trade data impacting global markets. – vtmarketsmy.com

Monday sees thin market liquidity, causing price fluctuations. Key currency rates have been affected by Fed hints at rate cuts, OPEC decisions, and economic uncertainties, creating an unpredictable trading environment. – vtmarketsmy.com

President Trump’s firing of the Bureau of Labor Statistics chief raises doubts about economic data reliability and could lead to job figure revisions, prompting traders to seek defensive strategies amidst market uncertainty. – vtmarketsmy.com

OPEC+ boosts oil production by 548,000 barrels daily, intensifying downward pressure on prices amid a U.S. inventory surplus. Traders should prepare for volatility around the upcoming September 7 meeting. – vtmarketsmy.com